I don't like to perpetuate the idea that false reports occur, because the system makes it difficult enough for children and women to be believed as it is. Large references to Covid/restrictions which in parts took over the story of the sisters etc however it didn't ruin the story for me. She has three teenage children of her own; one of whom was adopted after a long-term foster placement.

Even more worrying, she will be brought to Cathy with a police escort as it’s vital her extended family don’t know where she is.Cathy is very diplomatic in the way that she discusses and interacts with the families of the children she looks after, a characteristic which shines brightly throughout this particular story. This was the story of two little girls who’s elder sister had made allegations against their father (the older sister’s stepfather) ending in them being removed to Cathy’s care. Cathy, his carer, encourages Jackson to talk about what has happened to his family, but he just won’t engage.

I hope that readers can accept this saddening story for what it is and acknowledge that when false allegations are made it can be devastating to the family. Through all the obstacles and traumas she just carries on giving the best care that she can possibly give.

I would highly recommend this book and all of Cathy's books to anyone who is interested in fostering or social work, those who enjoy memoirs, or those just looking for something interesting. As described, the English foster system sounds much more bureaucratic, and much more concerned with childrens’ well-being than is California’s.